Sicily is well nown for its natural beauty and it is very rich in history and art treasures.
2. Location
Sicily is the largest island in the Mediterranean, a place where Africa, Italy and Greece come together. Sicily is southwest of the Italian mainland and east of Tunisia.
3. People
Visitors from all over the world are given a friendly welcome by the hospitable inhabitants of Sicily.
4. Physical
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The landescape is characterized by a beautiful Mount Etna, beautiful beach, Eolian islands and its the Valle of the Temples in Agrigento .
5. Climate
Sicily enjoys a mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters.
6. Tourist attractions
Tourists can admire famous cities like Agrigento, Cefalu, Enna, Mount Etna, Palermo and Siracusa
7. Events
February 5 is St. Agatha's Feast Day and the huge festival in Catania includes a 2-day procession, said to be the second largest religous procession in the world. Carnevale is celebrated 40 days before Easter, especially in Taormina and Acireale. Holy Week and Ferragosta (Aug 15) are celebrated all over Sicily. In February is the Almond Blossom Festival in Agrigento. Noto holds a flower festival in May.
8. Cuisine
The typical cuisine includes Cassata Siciliana which is a delicious ice-cream studded with candied fruit and ricotta cheese.
9. Accommodation
The hotel organization of Sicily is well established and efficient.
10. Means of transport
Sicily is ideally situated for road, rail and air connections.
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